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Lead Poisoning in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment

Lead poisoning in cats is an issue you definitely want to avoid for your pet, and it’s a diagnosis that no cat owner ever wants to hear. Thankfully, lead poiso…

Lead Poisoning in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Causes, Signs & Treatment

How To Tell if Your Cat Has a Broken Leg: Our Vet Explains the Signs

A broken leg can be very serious, and very painful—for anyone! Humans and animals alike. With people, it is easy to diagnose a broken leg, as we can talk and s…

How To Tell if Your Cat Has a Broken Leg: Our Vet Explains the Signs

How to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the more common issues seen in cats, especially as they age. A variety of factors influence this condition, includin…

How to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections in Cats: Our Vet Explains the Signs

Cat Chin Mites vs. Chin Acne: How To Tell The Difference (Vet Answer)

Lots of strange things can happen with cat chins. For instance, who knew cats can get acne, just like people? They can! And their chin is a prime location to f…

Cat Chin Mites vs. Chin Acne: How To Tell The Difference (Vet Answer)

Why Does My Cat Lay Down to Drink Water? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Treatment

Cats will usually sit, stand, or lay on all four paws when having a drink, but there are times when you might see them having a proper lay down at the water bo…

Why Does My Cat Lay Down to Drink Water? 6 Vet-Reviewed Reasons & Treatment